Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM10 · Greater London
363
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
RM17 · Thurrock
315
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Thurrock has less crime — 315 vs 363 incidents in February 2026.
Barking saw somewhat more crime than Thurrock in February 2026 (363 vs 315 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (34), while Thurrock has more Shoplifting (48). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 315 vs 363 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Thurrock had more Shoplifting. Overall, Thurrock recorded fewer total crimes (315 vs 363).